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Been coughing for 6 weeks9, wheezing & short of breath.my doc says just ashtma but my ashma hasnt been an issue for 25 years.any other possibilities?
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Asthma: can be diagnosed by a history of cough, wheezing and shortness of breath as well as response to inhalers. A Spirometry test is also helpful. Please ask you doctor to schedule the test.
Answered 5/3/2015
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